Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Chevrolet Camaro LS, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Circuit/System Verification
Verify that DTC B101D is not set.
- If the DTC is set in the K36 SDM along with DTC B0012, B0013, B0014, B0015, B0016, B0019, B001A, B001B, B0020, B0021, B0022, B0023, B0031, or B0038, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle to diagnose those DTC's first.
- If the DTC is set in the K36 SDM along with other DTC's in the K85 passenger presence detection module, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle to diagnose and repair those DTC's prior to replacing the K36 SDM. Failure to repair the K85 passenger presence detection module DTC's prior to K36 SDM replacement may lead to no communication with the K85 passenger presence detection module after the K36 SDM is replaced.
- If the DTC is set with symptom byte 43, program the control module that set the DTC. If the DTC resets, replace the control module that set the DTC.
- If the DTC is set with other symptom bytes, replace the control module that set the DTC.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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